Hiring: IP Services Assistant (Patent Prosecution) Company: Troutman Pepper Locke LLP Location: Boston, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 12:44:55 Employment Type: Contract / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint About the job Experience: •Four (4) or more years of experience working in a patent prosecution support role in a legal or professional services environment. •The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19. •This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs. •This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Required Skills: •Prepare and file patent application documents, transmittal cover sheets, assignments, declarations, Powers of Attorney, and other documents with the USPTO. •Handle varying formalities and procedures of domestic and foreign patent offices with minimal supervision. •Assemble and submit Information Disclosure Statements (IDS); meticulously and efficiently manage IDS reference lists across multiple patent families and jurisdictions. •Draft prosecution documents for paralegal and/or attorney review prior to submission. •Complete internal and/or client checklists as required. •If requested, independently manage day-to-day upkeep of an assigned client portfolio, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies with minimal paralegal oversight. •Assist paralegal with monitoring and managing U.S. and foreign docket deadlines. •Assist paralegal in collaborating with the IP docket department to clear daily reports per firm guidelines. Qualifications: •Solid functional working knowledge of USPTO procedures, Patent Center, and best practices for domestic and international patent filings, including PCT matters. •Operational familiarity with U.S. and international patent law; display a strong commitment to broadening patent prosecution knowledge. •Demonstrated capacity to work independently with minimal supervision on routine and moderately complex matters; escalates only novel or high-risk issues. •Demonstrated capacity to provide guidance or informal mentorship to newer team members as needed. •Strong organizational and administrative skills; able to manage a high volume of work accurately and meet competing priorities. •Demonstrated capacity to reviewand prioritize high volume of e-mails. •Able to work independently and collaboratively in hybrid and in-office settings, under supervision or self-directed as needed. •Demonstrated capacity to work within strictly defined client guidelines and follow detailed protocol. •Demonstrated capacity to proofread work generated by self and others. •Flexible and adaptable to changing assignments and priorities. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!